WHAT MAKES A GOOD NOMINEE
Each nominee must show how they make a substantial impact in their industry, field, or community and demonstrate the ideals of the Auburn Creed. Nominated by their peers, the 20 Under 40 award winners are the next generation of leaders in the Auburn Family.
HOW TO NOMINATE AN ALUMNUS
Visit aub.ie/20under40 to complete your nomination. You may nominate more than one individual. Nominees do not stay in a candidate pool. Unselected candidates can be nominated for successive years. Nominations open February 9, 2026.
WHY YOU SHOULD NOMINATE
Your nomination provides needed recognition to members of the Auburn Family who promote the ideals of the Creed and help move Auburn forward. This recognition encourages others to follow in these leaders’ footsteps, inspiring a new generation to even greater success.
ABOUT THE RECOGNITION CEREMONY
All winners, along with their families and nominators, are recognized at an elegant ceremony in the fall sponsored by the Auburn Alumni Association.